Production Manager

Valmont is the global leader in designing and manufacturing poles, towers and structures for lighting and traffic, wireless communication and utility markets, and a provider of protective coating services. Valmont also leads the world in mechanized irrigation equipment for agriculture, enhancing food production while conserving and protecting natural water resources. In addition, Valmont produces a wide variety of tubing for commercial and industrial applications.

Valmont is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for the Production Manager position at the Gateway Galvanizing Plant. We are looking for a highly driven individual that will supervise, train, motivate, and mentor approximately 20-40 production employees within the Galvanizing facility

• Implement and assign work schedule to maximize utilization of manpower, machines, and equipment
• Defines expected production standards and monitors performance standards of assigned personnel
• Observe assigned personnel to ensure the proper operation of assigned equipment
• Ensure inspection checks and quality assurance are occurring to produce high quality products
• Promote a continuous productivity improvement climate that encourages suggestions for operational improvement
• Administer and support company policies and procedures in a fair and consistent manner
• Train new employees about divisional and organizational activities and safety policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations as specified by corporate policy and government regulation

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from a tech school or two years of college
• Two years of experience in a supervisory or management position
• The ability to recognize hazardous substances and to know basic employee responsibilities for chemical safety
• The ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals
• The ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Highly qualified candidates will also possess:

• Five years of experience in a supervisory or management position
• A proven record of supervisory experience and must have strong leadership
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to support divisional business objectives
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• The ability to calculate figures such as pay changes for employees, proportions and percentages, and product dimensions
• A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Outlook
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills